1995 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Niva | Highlander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1774 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |