2009 Honda Stream vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Stream | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
