2008 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 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 Pontiac Vibe (172 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lada | Pontiac |
| Model | Niva | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
