2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2004 BMW X3 and 2004 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW X3 (237 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X3 | 2004 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | X3 | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |