2011 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lada Niva | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
| Model | Niva | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
