2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 318 | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |