2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (180 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Samara II weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Samara II | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Samara II | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
