2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Cee'd | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 19 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 | 1263 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
