1996 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 68 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1997 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | XM | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 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 | 1280 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |