2006 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Niva | Vision |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
