2004 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A4 (310 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
