2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2001 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2001 Lada Samara II and 2001 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 630 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 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Samara II | 2001 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara II | MPV |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |