2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 498 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Lada Samara II | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Samara II | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |