2005 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | Niva | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |