2006 Lada Niva vs. 2004 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 106. 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 Peugeot 106. 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, 2006 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2004 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 106 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
