2004 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Demio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada Niva | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Demio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |