2006 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 135 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |