2009 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,690 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 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
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 | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |