2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 301 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
