1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 4 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 87 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva.
Because 1997 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, 1997 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, 1997 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xantia | Niva |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |