2009 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2003 Mazda Roadster 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. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lada Niva | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |