2009 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,802 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |