2009 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lada Niva 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Lada Chevrolet
Model Niva Avalanche
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1688 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 117 L


 

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