2004 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 836 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Acura | Lada |
Model | MDX | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 42 L |