2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Lada 2123 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C2 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
