2001 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 482 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2006 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Lada | Volvo |
| Model | Niva | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
