2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 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 Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Durango | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 42 L |