2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Focus | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
