2008 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lada | Subaru |
Model | Niva | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |