2005 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 156 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 2011 Dodge Caliber. 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Lada | Dodge |
| Model | Niva | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
