2006 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1998 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 745 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
