2005 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Logan. 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, 2005 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
