1999 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 373 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Niva | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |