2000 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 330 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
