2003 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 551 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2004 Renault Espace | |
Make | Lada | Renault |
Model | Niva | Espace |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |