2008 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2010 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Espace | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Espace | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
