2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Astro | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 42 L |
