2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1030 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sportage | Samara II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |