2006 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 125 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 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2012 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | Niva | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |