2007 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |