2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 538 kg more than 1997 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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Caravan | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |