2001 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 730 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lada | Jeep |
| Model | Niva | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
