2003 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lada | Nissan |
Model | Niva | 350Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |