2004 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada Niva weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A2 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
