2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lada |
| Model | Getz | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
