2001 Lada Samara II vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 765 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Lada Samara II | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Lada | Dodge |
Model | Samara II | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1693 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |