2007 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Superb weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Superb. 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, 2004 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 2004 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Lada | Skoda |
| Model | Niva | Superb |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
