2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Croma | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 19 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 | 940 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
