2005 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Opel Agila
To start off, 2007 Opel Agila is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Agila.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Agila. 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, 2007 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2007 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
