2008 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Blazer and 2008 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Lada Niva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
Model | Blazer | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1690 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |