2006 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1476 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Lada Niva | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Niva | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |