2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestar and 2005 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Freestar | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
