2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 409 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2000 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Cee'd | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
