2006 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lada | Mini |
Model | Niva | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |