2008 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
