2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Fiesta | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |