2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 35 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 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 135 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 302 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |