2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (138 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Lada 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C4 | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |