2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C4 and 2011 Lada Niva were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Niva weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C4 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | C4 | Niva |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |