2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 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, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Focus | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |