2008 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 343 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Lada | Lotus |
Model | Niva | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |