2008 Acura TL vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 482 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 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Acura | Lada |
| Model | TL | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
