2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A3 | 2123 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |