2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
