2004 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Lada Calina 1118
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Calina 1118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Calina 1118 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lada Calina 1118 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Lada Calina 1118.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada Calina 1118 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada Calina 1118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2003 Lada Calina 1118 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 525 | Calina 1118 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
