2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Lada 111
To start off, 2004 Lada 111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 111 (77 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Lada 111.
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, 2004 Lada 111 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2004 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | 111 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 43 L |
