1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Natacha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Natacha would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 462 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada Natacha | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | Natacha | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
