2003 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Maverick (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Maverick weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maverick (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Maverick | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | Niva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
