2002 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 523 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Lada | Ferrari |
| Model | Niva | California |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |
