2006 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Lada | Vauxhall |
Model | Niva | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |