2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lada |
| Model | 407 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
