2004 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 68 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 2005 Holden Astra. 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, 2005 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva. 2005 Holden Astra 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. 2005 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Lada | Holden |
| Model | Niva | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
