2008 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Carens | 2004 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Carens | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |