2009 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Liana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |