1995 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | Maxima |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |