2003 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 288 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. 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 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 186 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 | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
