2006 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 452 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.
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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lada Niva | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
