2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Mondeo | Samara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |