1998 Lada Samara II vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara II | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
