2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1344 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 2009 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Samara II | Frontier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |