2005 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
