2009 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru G3X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru G3X would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru G3X (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Niva | G3X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
