1995 Lada Samara vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 982 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara. 2006 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lada | SsangYong |
| Model | Samara | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
