2007 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A4 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1688 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
