2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 458 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.
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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Kia | Lada |
Model | Sportage | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |