2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 367 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C5 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
