2006 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 449 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 Galaxy. 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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Galaxy | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
