2000 Lada Samara vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 940 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Samara | Musso |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |