2004 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2004 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2004 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
