2008 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 5 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), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 126 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.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
