2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Sierra | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |