1995 Lada Samara vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lada Samara | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Samara | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
