2007 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 45 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.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |