2005 Lada Niva vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada Niva | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Lada | Audi |
Model | Niva | S5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |