2005 Lada 2123 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 2123 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 2123 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
