2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 86 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
