2007 Ford Freestar vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Freestar (331 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2007 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestar | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Freestar | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
