2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Audi | Lada |
Model | A4 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |