2004 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover Streetwise. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
