2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Daewoo | Lada |
Model | Kalos | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |