2008 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1459 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maybach 57. 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 871 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 2011 Maybach 57 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. 2011 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Lada | Maybach |
| Model | Niva | 57 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
