1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Lada Natacha

To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1997 Lada Natacha were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lada Natacha (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lada Natacha should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 114 kg more than 1997 Lada Natacha.

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 Lada Natacha (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lada Natacha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 1997 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Citroen Xsara 1997 Lada Natacha
Make Citroen Lada
Model Xsara Natacha
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 55 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1099 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1350 mm