2009 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Bluebird (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Nissan Bluebird (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva. 2006 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2006 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Niva | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
