2009 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 399 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
