2005 Lada Niva vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Lada | Audi |
Model | Niva | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |