2006 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Lada | Honda |
Model | Niva | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |