2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 118 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
