2009 Lada 21 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 Lada 21 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 365 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 21 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 21 | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
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 | 1070 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |