2009 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Lada | Suzuki |
Model | Niva | Splash |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 12 seconds |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |