2001 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Kia Shuma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2008 Kia Shuma has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Shuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Lada | Kia |
| Model | Niva | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
