1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xantia | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
