1998 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada Niva weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada Niva | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 206 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
