2004 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada Niva | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | Niva | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
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 | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |