2007 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Renault Clio (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Clio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
