2006 Kia Cerato vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 788 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Kia Cerato (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 2006 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Cerato | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
