2002 Lada Niva vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
