2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2001 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2001 Lada Samara II and 2001 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2001 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 2001 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 2001 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | Samara II | RX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
