2001 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle 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, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
