2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
