2005 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Lada | Peugeot |
Model | Niva | 106 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |