2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Mazda | Lada |
| Model | Etude | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1690 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
