2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Lada 111
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2004 Lada 111. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2004 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C5 | 111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
