2009 Lada 21 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Lada 21.
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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 21 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
