2005 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Opel | Lada |
| Model | Astra | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
