Which car is better: Daewoo Nexia or VAZ-2114

Before buying a budget car, the question may arise, which is better, Daewoo Nexia or VAZ 2114. These models have many similar features, so there is quite a fierce debate about them among car enthusiasts.
At the same time, it should be noted that everyone still chooses a car based on their ideas about comfort, quality and technical requirements. It is difficult to evaluate and compare 2 models, even similar ones. Especially if they differ only in nuances. In this case, personal ideas about the car come first. In some cases, additional requirements for spaciousness, comfort, and so on may affect. Which is better, Daewoo Nexia or VAZ 2114? The first thing that model supporters usually notice is the manufacturer. Among our drivers there is confidence that Nexia is a purely Korean car. Although, in fact, it is produced in Uzbekistan. And if before 2002 assembly was carried out there from ready-made components, now they have mastered the full cycle of work. Therefore, this foreign car does not have a special advantage in terms of manufacturer. At this point the cars are completely equal.

Technical features of the models

The Daewoo Nexia from the South Korean brand Daewoo is a redesigned Opel Kadett E from the eighties. The front-wheel drive platform with a transverse engine, developed by the famous German automaker, was taken as the basis when creating the model. The front has an independent suspension with MacPherson struts, and the rear has a semi-independent suspension with a torsion beam. Thanks to the use of steel in the body, torsional rigidity was increased while the vehicle's weight was reduced.

The VAZ-2114 car is a restyled version of the 2109 model, the famous “Nine”. The car was produced with two engine options: 8 and 16 valves. The first 1.5-liter unit migrated from the “Nine”, the second with a capacity of 1.6 liters began to be installed in 2007. The suspension design of the Samara-2 is the same as that of the Nexia, independent MacPherson strut at the front and a longitudinal link at the rear. In all modifications, the domestic car was equipped with a front drive axle.

As for the braking system, both the Daewoo Nexia and the VAZ-2114 have disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear; Nexia has an advantage only in the presence of an ABS system, installed on the model since 2005.

What are the differences?

These models have many differences. It is these distinctive features that help many people decide which brand of car suits them best.

The differences are as follows:

The Daewoo Nexia has a better chassis.
Daewoo Nexia is a more powerful car.
Cars are picked up in several countries.
The appearance is more attractive for the Lada 2110.
To start a car, you need gasoline of varying quality.
Repair and maintenance of Lada 2110 are cheaper.
The body structure is longer in the Daewoo Nexia and higher in the Lada 2110.
Engine capacity of Lada 2110 per 1 cubic meter.
In terms of fuel consumption, the VAZ 2110 is considered more economical.
VAZ 2110 costs several times less.
Lada 2110 has worse build quality.
The luggage compartment of the Daewoo Nexia is larger.
Daewoo Nexia picks up speed 1.5 seconds faster.
The step is better on the VAZ 2110.
Daewoo Nexia weighs less.

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Appearance

When considering what is better to buy – Nexia or VAZ 2114, in addition to the car’s capabilities, many people also pay attention to external data. Both models have recognizable features that make it easy to identify the car in traffic. The difference between them is significant; the Nexia body type is a sedan, while the VAZ 1214 is a hatchback. The design of Daewoo Nexia is distinguished by restraint, smooth lines and the absence of expressive relief, while the laconicism of the forms is quite consistent with the budget class. The only things to note are the attractive optics and the hood with embossed stamps.

The domestic VAZ also has an unremarkable appearance, but changes in the exterior are still evident and in appearance the car no longer bears much resemblance to the previous “Nine”. The model is distinguished by a new front part, hood, radiator grille, bumpers, and the shape of the optics; in addition, the car was equipped with a spoiler, moldings and sill fairings.

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Salon and trunk

The cars in question cannot be called comfortable by modern standards, but when talking about comfort, let’s not forget about their cost. The interior decoration is very simple, both Daewoo Nexia and VAZ 1214, the quality of finishing is at the budget class level. Nexia has a very spacious interior, anatomical front seats that allow you to sit more comfortably, which is important on long trips, and the steering wheel can be adjusted. The dashboard consists of several sensors and a small display; in the central part of the console there are controls for the audio system and climate control.

The interior of the VAZ 1214 is a little simpler, while the car has a new instrument panel (“Europanel”), equipped with an on-board computer that reports the status of the car’s systems, outside temperature, etc. The car also has an adjustable steering column, heated seats, and power windows. The rear seats offer more space than those in the Nexia and fold down to convert the bolivar into a cargo-passenger version.

The volume of the luggage compartment of the Daewoo Nexia is much larger, it is 530 liters, but the old generation of the car does not allow folding of the rear row seats, so there is no opportunity to expand the space for transporting large cargo; this deficiency is corrected only in the new generation model. The trunk of the VAZ 1214 is 270 liters, it can be expanded by folding the seats.

Which car is better to take: VAZ 2115 or Daewoo Nexia?

Not everyone can afford to buy an expensive, high-class car. And some people prefer to buy budget cars for trips to their dachas or to gain driving experience.

But even here you need to carefully consider what is best to choose, paying special attention to the technical characteristics. A good option are the VAZ 2115 and Daewoo Nexia

Disputes often arise among car enthusiasts about which of these cars is more reliable.

To dispel doubts, you should study their features, as well as compare the main parameters.

VAZ 2115

It is a subcompact five-seater small group car owned by the Russian automobile manufacturer AvtoVAZ. Produced from 1997 to 2012. It was produced as a sedan with a front-wheel drive layout. Powered by a four-cylinder gasoline engine and equipped with a five-speed manual transmission.

It differs significantly from its predecessor in the modified body on the rear side - the trunk lid, lighting devices.

The hood and front fenders were rounded, the bumpers were also changed, an additional brake light and moldings were added. In addition, the interior was completely renovated and the electrical equipment was modernized.

Basic equipment includes:

Electric rear window defroster.
Electric windows for front doors.
Electromechanical door locks.
On-board control device with display unit.
Electronic anti-theft device.
Individual lighting lamp.
Fog lights.
Stuffing the backs of the front seats with plant contents.
Head restraints in the rear seats.
Trunk trim.

The next version is equipped with anti-dazzle exterior mirrors, heated front seats, and a sun visor with a mirror. The maximum configuration includes a catalytic converter, a device for catching gasoline vapors, a headlight washer, electric exterior mirrors, and tinted windows.

Daewoo Nexia

It is a front-wheel drive car developed by the German manufacturer Opel and subsequently improved by the Korean company Daewoo. Produced from 1996 to 2016. Available in sedan, three-door and five-door hatchback versions. It has a five-speed manual as well as a four-speed automatic transmission.

First generation cars were sold in two trim levels - basic and advanced.

The extended version had an improved appearance and was equipped with decorative wheel covers. After restyling, the body changed significantly, the engine became modernized.

The front and rear bumpers and optics were updated, the interior was changed, and shockproof beams were added on the doors.

Standard equipment includes:

Seat belt not fastened indicator.
Electrical adjustment of headlights.
Protecting doors from accidental opening by children.
Headrests in the rear seats.
Dashboard with clock.
Glove box.
Trunk light.
Remote trunk opening.
Rear window defogger.
Wipers with adjustable pause.
Sun visor with mirror.
Rear fog lamp.
Set of tools.

More expensive versions are equipped with centralized locking, hydraulic power steering, air conditioning, car radio, power windows on all doors, and acoustic speakers. There are mudguards, exterior mirrors with turn signal repeaters. It is also possible to install sun protection film on the windshield and athermal glass.

The models under consideration belong to the budget segment of front-wheel drive cars. Both the first and second cars can be purchased as a sedan with a five-speed manual transmission. Equipped with a gasoline engine with almost the same volume and power. They have the same mass and can accommodate five people.

Engines and transmissions

When choosing a VAZ 2114 or Daewoo Nexia, you should pay attention to the power plants. In this regard, the South Korean foreign car of Uzbek origin clearly wins - with the same engine volumes of both models, Nexia units are more powerful and more economical. Foreign car engines are considered reliable, due to the German roots of the model, while in the case of a VAZ, the unit will have to be rebuilt after 200,000 km. The following units were installed on Daewoo Nexia:

G15MF – 8-valve 1.5-liter engine with a power of 75 horsepower and a torque of 100 Nm (power plant inherited from Opel).
A15MF – 16-valve with a capacity of 1.5 liters and a power of 85 hp. s., torque 130 Nm.
A155MS – 8-valve power unit with a volume of 1.5 liters and a capacity of 85 hp. With. and a torque of 130 Nm.
F16D3 – 16-valve 1.6-liter engine with a power of 109 hp. With. and a torque of 150 Nm.

The motors meet the requirements of the Euro-3 environmental standard.

Over the decade of mass production of the VAZ 2114 model, the car was equipped with the following gasoline power units:

VAZ 2111 – 8-valve 1.5-liter engine with a power of 78 horsepower and a torque of 116 Nm.
VAZ 21114 - 8-valve 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 81.6 hp. With. and torque 125 Nm.
VAZ 11183 - 8-valve 1.6-liter unit with a capacity of 82 hp. With. and a torque of 120 Nm (meets Euro 3 environmental standards).
VAZ 21124 - 16-valve 1.6-liter engine with a power of 89 hp. With. and maximum torque of 131 Nm (corresponds to Euro 3).
VAZ 21126 - 16-valve engine with a capacity of 1.6 liters and a power of 98 hp. With. and a torque of 145 Nm (corresponds to Euro 4).

Both cars, the Daewoo Nexia and the VAZ 2114, are equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, with no alternatives.

Dynamics and fuel consumption

Continuing the comparison, let's move on to the dynamic characteristics of the models, and also consider how much fuel the car engines consume on average. Nexia demonstrates good dynamics, accelerating to 100 km/h in 11-12.5 seconds. To accelerate a VAZ 2114 to hundreds, it will take 13-14 seconds. In terms of speed indicators, the foreign car is slightly faster. Fuel consumption per 100 km in the combined cycle in the case of Daewoo Nexia ranges from 9.2 to 10.1 liters. depending on the installed power unit, the spread of readings for different modifications will be about 1 liter, which is not too much considering that with 16V the car accelerates faster. Compared to domestic cars, Nexia is more economical, the difference in various modes (city/highway) is up to 1 liter.

What's better

Experts point out that in the Daewoo model in question, the switches and buttons installed in the cabin operate without jamming, that is, smoothly and easily. This is an undoubted advantage of the car.

It should, however, be understood that a budget car like the Nexia has many significant drawbacks. However, for the most part they are skillfully hidden and do not catch the eye. These include:

poor fastening of the cables going to the rear speakers - they are often broken off by things carried in the trunk;
poor interior design;
less comfort for the person driving;
insufficient engine power;
weak (compared to VAZ) obedience to the steering wheel, etc.

Thus, the interior of Nexia is noticeably worse than in 2115, however, the quality of fitting of parts is an order of magnitude higher.

A person choosing a car will have the following advice:

if appearance is more important, then you should choose Nexia;
when reliability and power are required, the VAZ-2115 is suitable.

In the latter, it is definitely much more convenient for the driver to drive the car. He has at his disposal:

adjustable seat;
comfortable seat belt;
customizable steering column.

That is, the driver, if necessary, can easily adjust his seat to the characteristics of his own figure.

The engine installed on the Nexia fully complies with emission standards and international standards. Their exhausts practically do not pollute the environment.

Meanwhile, the quality of the VAZ-2115 power plant is much higher, as is its power. At the same time, the product of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant in question accelerates to 100 kilometers, and subsequently the movement, while maintaining acceleration in 5th gear, occurs smoothly, while the Daewoo has problems.

Meanwhile, VAZ:

already at a speed of 80 kilometers the disks begin to vibrate;
There are complaints about the gear shift mechanism.

As practice shows, very often a consumer, when buying a VAZ, is subsequently forced to independently fine-tune certain elements. The most common defects experienced car enthusiasts include:

frequent lighting system failures;
strange knocking noises coming from the shock absorbers.

However, in any case, it is necessary to remember that a foreign car is more expensive to maintain than domestic cars. However, now many components for Nexia are somewhat cheaper. At the same time, the VAZ needs maintenance less often - the difference between the models under consideration, in particular, is approximately 5 thousand kilometers.

Buying a car up to 50 thousand. VAZ 2114 and Daewoo Nexia. What's better.

Controllability and safety

Both models have a steering rack, but the Daewoo Nexia has the advantage of a hydraulic booster, which makes maneuvering easier. The car is easy to control and smooth, but there is some roll when cornering. If we compare the turning radius, the Daewoo Nexia has 30 centimeters less, while the domestic VAZ 2114 has better road holding at speed, which is due to the technical features of the chassis; it is more reliable in the VAZ model. It is worth noting the ground clearance, which plays an important role on Russian roads - Samara has it higher (165 mm) than Nexia (158-160 mm), which allows the car to behave better on dirt roads and pass minor obstacles.

Already the basic version of Nexia offers a sufficient level of safety, which is proven by the results of NHTSA (USA) tests in 2008, during which the car received a rating of “4 stars” out of 5 possible. The VAZ 2114 has worse safety; the car is not equipped with safety systems and the results of tests carried out in Russia are disappointing. The car will not withstand a serious impact or collision, so if aggressive driving is practiced, you should look at another car option for these purposes.

Platform

The VAZ-2114 was created on the basis of the “tenth” model. Accordingly, some of the problems characteristic of all cars of this family have migrated here. But, at the same time, this model turned out to be very successful. The engineers tried to eliminate many of the shortcomings.

The basis for the Daewoo Nexia was the Opel Kadet E

, which was produced in the mid-80s of the last century. Therefore, this car cannot be called perfect. Still, the model comes from the last century, and has a number of shortcomings. But the main thing that the car received was true German quality. Many components of the machine are an order of magnitude more reliable than the 2114 analogues.

Service cost

The automaker recommends maintenance for Daewoo Nexia every 10,000 km. mileage, but when operating in unfavorable conditions, the time frame for routine inspection and replacement of consumables may be reduced. The most expensive ones will be 6 and 12 maintenance (RUB 11-14,000), which is due to the need to replace the timing belt, pump and other parts and consumables. For the VAZ model, routine maintenance is carried out every 15,000 km. mileage Both cars are unpretentious, the cost of spare parts differs insignificantly, but service work for a VAZ will cost a little less, and the service life of consumables will be longer. At the same time, some Nexia nodes will be more reliable than those of the domestic model. There is also a drawback - spare parts for foreign cars are not always available and sometimes you have to wait several days for delivery.

Price of all configurations

The price tags for the cars are approximately the same. The secondary market offers many options for Nexia and VAZ 2114, the cost varies from 75,000 to 210,000 rubles, the price depends on mileage and equipment. There are still only a few offers of new Daewoo Nexia copies from dealers. Cost of different Nexia configurations excluding discounts and special offers:

You can no longer find a new copy of Samara-2 from AvtoVAZ. The last car of this model to roll off the assembly line on December 24, 2013 was the VAZ-2114 in white body color. A car with zero mileage could still be purchased in 2016 at a price of 300 thousand rubles; as of mid-2022, this option is not available. The car was produced in two trim levels - standard and luxury; they differed slightly in cost.

With a professional look

The branded, recognizable Opel front panel on the N150 still flaunts before your eyes. It has a new modern instrument panel and a digital audio system. There is the same distance from any point on the panel to the driver. More comfortable, friendly and ergonomic

You probably won't find it. The steering wheel has become a little thicker and fits more comfortably in the hands. But such “little things” in Nexia are of little concern to potential buyers.

The price segment leaves its mark, the main thing is that the car does not break down, the buttons do not fly off, the stove warms in winter and the “crickets” do not start up in the first thousand kilometers, and the rest will follow. Although this brand has always had complete order with basic amenities. And modern technologies for the production of individual parts have made it possible to improve the already high-quality assembly of the interior.

After sitting at my usual workplace, I noticed, perhaps, the only inconvenience for myself - my hand, when switching to 3rd gear, constantly stuck into the audio system control. I didn’t notice this in my “old lady”. But in general, everything is almost the same, but better than it was. Spacious interior for passengers, large luggage compartment for their luggage.

Which car should you prefer?

Although the cars are no longer produced, the secondary market is so replete with them that the dilemma will torment the buyer for a long time. When considering which to choose between the two options, you need to weigh the pros and cons, while keeping in mind the risks of buying a used car. The choice is complicated by the fact that the models are offered at approximately the same price and have a number of similar characteristics, and here, first of all, you should take into account your own preferences and requirements for the car. Automakers diligently improved new models based on previous models, but they were not without hereditary diseases. In general, both models do not have outstanding characteristics, but they are quite consistent with the car class. In terms of comfort, luggage compartment volume, engine quality and maneuverability, the South Korean model wins, while the domestic car has a more reliable chassis, the service life of consumables is longer, and the VAZ 2114 is more stable when driving on the highway, and the high ground clearance allows the model to better cope with broken roads. Each of the models has a number of pros and cons, but given the low price, you can put up with many of the shortcomings.

VAZ 2114 vs Daewoo Nexia: comparing comfort and design

As noted by all those who were lucky enough to test both cars being compared today. For city trips, it is again better to choose Nexia: it rides softer, does not rattle or vibrate, has power steering and air conditioning, and is generally much more attractive. At the same time, with regard to suburban routes and unpaved roads, Daewoo is significantly inferior to the brainchild of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant - the VAZ 2114 has more ground clearance, faster acceleration, and better cross-country ability. Although, of course, the final choice is always yours, because driving the chosen car is ultimately yours alone.