2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C2 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
