2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 393 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 2005 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Maverick | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
