2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 330 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
