2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xsara | Niva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |