2003 Lada Niva vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1244 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Lada Niva | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Lada | GMC |
Model | Niva | Sierra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |