2004 Citroen C4 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 C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. 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 C4 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C4 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
