2003 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Subaru Impreza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Impreza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |