2003 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Escape | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Escape | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |