2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lada |
| Model | Touran | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
