1998 Lada Samara II vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Samara II | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Samara II | Korando |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |