2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Niva (79 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Niva weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Fiesta | Niva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |