2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lada Niva weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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 C2. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2006 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C2 | Niva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 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 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |