2003 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Laguna weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Laguna (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Laguna | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Laguna | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
