2009 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 4 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, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 71 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 2013 Acura ILX. 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Lada | Acura |
| Model | Niva | ILX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
