2009 Lada 21 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
