2010 Lada Niva vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lada Niva | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Lada | GMC |
| Model | Niva | Savana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
