2009 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 297 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, 2013 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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. 2013 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2013 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Lada | Hyundai |
| Model | Niva | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1655 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
