2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Lada Oka

To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 Lada Oka were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Oka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Oka has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Oka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 535 2005 Lada Oka
Make BMW Lada
Model 535 Oka
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 644 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 241 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 636 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3210 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2190 mm


 

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