2009 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1500 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.
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 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 399 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |