2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 337 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Aveo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
