2002 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 318 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
