2010 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Transit Connect | Niva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
