2003 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon 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, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Lada | Proton |
Model | Niva | Saloon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 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 | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |