2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lada Niva. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C3 | Niva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1285 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 | 4.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |