2006 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus GX weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2002 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2006 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2006 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2002 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | Niva | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
