2011 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Lada Niva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | C |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |