2009 Lada 21 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
