2004 Lada 111 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 111 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lada 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 111 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 111 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
