2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar X-Type (279 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | X-Type | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
