2005 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Echo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| 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 | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
