2008 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 290 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.
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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 2006 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2008 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Lada | Lexus |
| Model | Niva | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
