2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 19 seconds |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
