2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Suzuki | Lada |
Model | Vitara | Niva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |