2004 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada Niva | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lada | Rover |
| Model | Niva | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
