2002 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 10 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 408 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
