2009 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 490 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 2008 Toyota Previa. 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
