2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 613 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara II | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |