2005 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 131 kg more than 2000 Acura EL.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. 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, 2000 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Lada | Acura |
| Model | Niva | EL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2619 mm |
