2001 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 72 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 2004 Mazda 3. 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (203 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |