1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Samara II | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
