2003 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada Niva | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
