2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada 21 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Lada 21.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada 21 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 21 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |