2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 5 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, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 284 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Picanto | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |