2006 Lada Niva vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 298 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 129 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |