2009 Lada Niva vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MCC ForFour. 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Lada | MCC |
| Model | Niva | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
