2009 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
