1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Lada Samara II
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Lada Samara II were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 366 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xantia | Samara II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |