2005 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (393 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2001 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1720 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 Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
