2006 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 525 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
