2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. 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 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Focus | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |