2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 214 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Accent | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
