2000 Lada Niva vs. 2006 MG ZS
To start off, 2006 MG ZS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZS weights approximately 104 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Niva | 2006 MG ZS | |
Make | Lada | MG |
Model | Niva | ZS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |