2009 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2009 Lada Niva and 2009 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 70 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 2009 Toyota Matrix. 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 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Matrix |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |