2001 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Lada | Saab |
Model | Niva | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |