2009 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 1 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 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Lada Niva. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 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:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Niva | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
