2009 Lada Niva vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |