2006 Lada Niva vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
