2006 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 140 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 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
| Model | Niva | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1425 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
