2005 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
