2000 Lada Samara II vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 378 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara II | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | Samara II | Cayman |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2416 mm |