2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 269 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Nissan | Lada |
| Model | 370Z | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
