2000 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 15 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Niva | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
