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


 

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