1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 24 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xantia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
