2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 738 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Sprinter | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
