2007 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lada | Skoda |
Model | Niva | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1285 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |