2007 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
