2002 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2011 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 622 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lada |
Model | Touareg | Niva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 308 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2524 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |