2006 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Tata Indica. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Niva | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
