2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Ram | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2470 mm |
