2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
