2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1026 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.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara. 2002 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Envoy | Samara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
