2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1994 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 937 kg more than 1994 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1994 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sedona | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
