2005 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A4 | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 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 | 1475 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |