2005 Lada Oka vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Oka | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Oka | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3210 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
