1999 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Lada Niva | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | R |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 632 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |