2010 Dacia Logan vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Logan. 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Logan | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Dacia | Lada |
| Model | Logan | Niva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
