2005 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 433 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.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva 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, 2005 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A6 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1690 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
