2006 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Niva | Spyder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.8 mm |
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 Weight | 1285 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |