2006 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 99 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 2008 Toyota Camry. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2006 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2006 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lada | Toyota |
| Model | Niva | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
