2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 21 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Civic | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
