2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 990 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Avalanche | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
