1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xantia | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |