2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Suzuki | Lada |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
