2008 Lada Niva vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada Niva would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2008 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada Niva | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lada | Audi |
| Model | Niva | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
