2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Fusion | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
