2001 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2005 Peugeot 307 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. 2005 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1168 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
