2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xantia | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1300 kg | 1285 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |