2008 Lada Niva vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, both 2008 Lada Niva and 2008 MG ZR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 MG ZR.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZR. 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2008 MG ZR | |
Make | Lada | MG |
Model | Niva | ZR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |