2007 Renault Grand Espace 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 Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 611 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. 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 Grand Espace. 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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Renault | Lada |
Model | Grand Espace | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |