2008 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 61 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13 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 | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |