2008 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Niva | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |