2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Samara II | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
