2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 735 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara II | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
