2004 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 356 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 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada Niva | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |