2008 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Niva | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
