2008 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 113 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2008 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lada Niva | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Lada | Ford |
Model | Niva | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |