2007 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 116 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
