2005 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 370 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 2008 Opel Vectra. 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 250 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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |