2006 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 81 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 2004 Mazda B2300. 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
