2000 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Lada | Chrysler |
| Model | Niva | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
