2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.
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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Extreme EX | 2006 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Extreme EX | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
