2009 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 870 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
