2001 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 10 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
