2005 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 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 2000 Samsung SM5. 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 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Lada | Samsung |
| Model | Niva | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
