2008 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 468 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
