1997 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lada Niva weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lada Niva | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Sharan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |