2006 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | X3 | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
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 | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |