2005 Lada 110 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 110 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
