2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A4 | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |