1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Expedition | Niva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |