2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 590 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 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Lada | Ford |
| Model | Samara II | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
