2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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 Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Sierra | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |