2000 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | CLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 89 L |