2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 927 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2011 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Lada Samara II | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Samara II | Kyron |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |