2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 2001 Lada Samara II were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Trans Sport | Samara II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |