2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1998 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Envoy | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |