1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
