2007 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 BMW 118.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 118 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
