2003 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Agila. 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, 2003 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Agila |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
