2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 469 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2123 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2919 mm |
