2000 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 823 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 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Niva | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |
