1998 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lada Niva | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | Niva | 407 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |