2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada 111 (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 62 kg more than 2003 Lada 111.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Lada 111 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fiesta | 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
