2006 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | X3 | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |