2009 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 4 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 316 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 316 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
