2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Hyundai | Lada |
Model | Sonata | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
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 | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |