2008 Kia Rio vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
