2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lada |
Model | Vito | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |