2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C2 and 2007 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lada Niva weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva. 2007 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2007 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C2 | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |