2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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 Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
