1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lada Niva weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xantia | Niva |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |