2009 Lada 21 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 212 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 21 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| 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 | 1045 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
