2006 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Lada | Kia |
Model | Niva | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |