2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 406 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara II | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
