2001 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,690 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 2005 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lada Niva | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Niva | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1390 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 | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |