2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C4 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
