2001 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |