2005 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 318 | 2123 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |