2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Lada Kalina

To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 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 143 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lada Kalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2011 Lada Kalina
Make Audi Lada
Model A4 Kalina
Year Released 2004 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 229 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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