1997 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Sonata | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
