2007 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 530 | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 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 | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |