2008 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Laguna. 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 Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Laguna | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
