2004 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Lada Niva

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 595 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 A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 1999 Lada Niva
Make Audi Lada
Model A6 Niva
Year Released 2004 1999
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1690 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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