2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2005 Lada Oka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Oka has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Oka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Lada Oka | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C3 | Oka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
