2006 Lada Niva vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. Both 2006 Lada Niva and 2003 Lada 2123 are equipped with a 1,690 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 95 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, 2003 Lada 2123 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Lada | Lada |
Model | Niva | 2123 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |