2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C1 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
