2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 331 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube 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 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara II | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
