2009 Lada 110 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Lada 110. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 110 | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
| Model | 110 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
