2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lada Niva (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C1 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1690 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 | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |