2002 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Tigra (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Opel Tigra.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Opel Tigra (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Niva | 2009 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Tigra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |