2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 896 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.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Samara II | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |