2006 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
