2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | 2123 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
