2009 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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 A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Audi | Lada |
| Model | A5 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
