2006 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 214 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 2013 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, 2013 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
