2007 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |