2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1335 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Samara II | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1550 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 | 972 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |