Lada VAZ-2109 vs Volkswagen Golf: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Lada · 1987–2004
VAZ-2109
- Power
- 47 kW64 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- -
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- -
Volkswagen · 2012–2021
Golf Mk7
- Power
- 63 kW86 PS
- 0–100 km/h
- 11.9 s
- Top speed
- 179 km/h
- Kerb mass
- 1,205 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
Categories won: VAZ-2109 0 Golf Mk7 1
- Family Golf Mk7 Boot: 380 l vs 270 l
- Off-road Too close to call Drive and body: Front-wheel drive · Hatchback vs Front-wheel drive · Hatchback
In plain words
Volkswagen Golf has more power: 63 kW (86 PS) against 47 kW (64 PS) for Lada VAZ-2109. Volkswagen Golf has the bigger boot: 380 l against 270 l. Volkswagen Golf is the older design (from 1974); Lada VAZ-2109 arrived in 1987. Volkswagen Golf is still in production; Lada VAZ-2109 is not. On the catalog figures, the Volkswagen Golf is the pick for family. Our catalog has no 0–100 km/h for the Lada VAZ-2109 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
| VAZ-2109 | Golf Mk7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Boot | 270 l9.5 cu ft | 380 l13.4 cu ft +110 l +3.9 cu ft +40.7% |
| Fits a standard garage? | No data | Yes |
Difference vs VAZ-2109 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Lada VAZ-2109 | Volkswagen Golf | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | 1.3 · 47 kW (64 PS) | Golf Mk7 · 1.2 TSI · petrol · 63 kW (86 PS) |
| Production years | 1987–2004 | 2012–2021 |
| Body | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Country | Soviet Union (USSR) | Germany |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 47 kW (64 PS) 63 hp | 63 kW (86 PS) 84 hp Better |
| Power, all versions | 40–53 kW (54–72 PS) 54–71 hp | 37–235 kW (50–320 PS) 50–315 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | No data | 160 Nm 118 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h Why it matters: A shorter 0–100 km/h time means quicker getaways and safer merging onto fast roads. | No data | 11.9 s |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | No data | 179 km/h 111 mph |
| Power per tonne | No data | 52 kW/t 64 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,295 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l | 1,197 cc 1.2 l |
| Gearbox | No data | 5-speed manual |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | No data | 4,255 mm 167.5 in |
| Width | No data | 1,791 mm 70.5 in |
| Height | No data | 1,435 mm 56.5 in |
| Wheelbase | No data | 2,631 mm 103.6 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,205 kg 2,657 lb |
| Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. | 270 l 9.5 cu ft | 380 l 13.4 cu ft Better |
| Fuel tank Why it matters: A larger tank means more distance between fuel stops. | No data | 50 l 13.2 gal US |
| Economy and running costs | ||
| Fuel consumption Why it matters: Lower consumption cuts running costs and CO₂ emissions on every trip. | No data | 4.9 l/100 km 48.0 mpg US |
| CO₂ | No data | 113 g/km |
| Fuel cost per year | No data | €1,290/year estimated |
| Range on a full tank | No data | 1,020 km 634 mi estimated |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | No data | ★★★★★ (2012) |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (3): Body, Fuel, Drive.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).
Estimated at 15,000 km a year with fuel at €1.75/l petrol.