2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 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 33 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C4 | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 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 | 1140 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |