2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 743 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Trajet | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
