2001 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (108 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
