2004 Honda Element vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 567 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II. 2004 Honda Element 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. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Element | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
