2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Wrangler | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
