2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2001 Lada Niva

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.

Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2009 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Tucson 2001 Lada Niva
Make Hyundai Lada
Model Tucson Niva
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1976 cc 1690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 42 L


 

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