2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler 300 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 614 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 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 2001 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Chrysler | Lada |
Model | 300 | Samara II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |