2009 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
