2008 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 116 (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 116 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
