2006 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 340 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 2010 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Lada | Opel |
Model | Niva | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
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 | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |