1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Lada Natacha
To start off, 1999 Lada Natacha is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Natacha.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Lada Natacha | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xantia | Natacha |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
