2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Samara II | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
