2009 Lada Niva vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2009 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lada | Volkswagen |
Model | Niva | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |