2005 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
