2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 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 Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | GMC | Lada |
Model | Sierra | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |