2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Silverado | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
