2006 Lada Niva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |