2005 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |