2005 Ford GT vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 267 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | GT | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |