2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Spark | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 793 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |