1999 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
