2008 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
