2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Niva weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C2 | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1212 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 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |