2005 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata E would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata E 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 Tata E. 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2000 Tata E | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
