2001 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 780 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | Niva | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
