2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Niva weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 137 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 | 990 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
