2001 Citroen C vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C | 2123 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |