2008 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, both 2008 Lada Niva and 2008 Proton Satria were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Proton Satria. 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 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2008 Proton Satria | |
Make | Lada | Proton |
Model | Niva | Satria |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |