2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 624 kg more than 2003 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 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Cherokee | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
