2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2009 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 543 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jeep | Lada |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |