2002 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Ka | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
