2000 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 3 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Noble M12. 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | Lada | Noble |
Model | Niva | M12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |