2001 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 9 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), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. 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, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 408 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
