2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C2 | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |