2004 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 21 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
