2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A8 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
