2009 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 525 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 2009 Renault Clio. 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, 2009 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Renault | Lada |
| Model | Clio | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
