2002 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Samara II | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
