2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Mondeo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 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 | 1564 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 | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
