2006 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 565 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Rexton | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | SsangYong | Lada |
| Model | Rexton | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
