2004 Lada Niva vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 813 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva. 2006 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2004 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2004 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada Niva | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Niva | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |