2006 Acura TL vs. 2007 Lada Niva

To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura TL 2007 Lada Niva
Make Acura Lada
Model TL Niva
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3212 cc 1690 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 258 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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