2001 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2007 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
