2008 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Lada Niva and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2008 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
