2005 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 525 | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 137 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 | 1740 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |