2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (156 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Focus | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |