2009 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Lotus | Lada |
| Model | Exige | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
