2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
