2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Saturn | Lada |
Model | Vue | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |