2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 453 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.
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 Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | 21 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |