1999 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1015 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Niva | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
