2009 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Liana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |