1996 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 364 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Niva | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Lada | Saab |
Model | Niva | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |