2003 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada Niva | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Niva | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |