2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C5 | Natacha |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
