2009 Lada Niva vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 520 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 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |