2004 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2005 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
