2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 840 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, 2009 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio 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 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara II | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
