2009 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 BMW X3 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | X3 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |