2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Alfa Romeo 156 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
Model | 156 | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |