1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II.
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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara II | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| 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 | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 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 | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
