2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 2123 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | 2123 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2416 mm |
