1994 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 377 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 1994 Citroen XM. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | XM | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
