2007 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
