2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 206 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Lada |
| Model | 206 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
