2006 BMW X3 vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | X3 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
