2008 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A6 | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1690 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |