1999 Kia Rio vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 945 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
