2003 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Lada | Kia |
Model | Niva | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |