1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xantia | Niva |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 207 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 | 1484 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |