2006 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva 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.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | Niva | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
