2002 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Niva | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Niva | VX220 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |