2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 177 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mustang | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
