2007 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. 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 2005 Peugeot 406. 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, 2005 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lada Niva | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
