2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Astro | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |