2008 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 335 | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |