2005 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada Niva | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
