2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jeep | Lada |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
