2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C2 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1210 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 Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
