2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 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 C3 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
