2007 Renault Megane 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 Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane weights approximately 145 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 Megane. 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 Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Renault Megane 2011 Lada Niva
Make Renault Lada
Model Megane Niva
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 236 km/hour 137 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 19 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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