2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Liberty | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
