2009 Lada Niva vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |