2005 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Niva | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |