2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2011 Saab 9-4X and 2011 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. 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 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2011 Saab 9-4X 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. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Saab | Lada |
| Model | 9-4X | Niva |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 4829 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
