2009 Lada Niva vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 551 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Niva | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | Niva | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
