2008 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 535 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.
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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Niva | Frontera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |