2009 Lada 21 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | 21 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
