2004 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | iQ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 32 L |
