2002 Lada 111 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 111 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada 111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 111 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | 111 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
