2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 58 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C5 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
