2005 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 6 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1210 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
