2008 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 890 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Lada | Porsche |
| Model | Niva | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2895 mm |
