2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 205 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II. 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2010 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Lada | Daihatsu |
| Model | Samara II | Terios |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
