2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 19 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 | 1715 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
