2001 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 10 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 620 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 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. 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, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Lada | Luxgen |
| Model | Niva | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1768 mm |
