2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ranger and 2001 Lada Samara II were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Ranger | Samara II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |