2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Lada 111
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Lada 111 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Lada 111. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (183 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 111. 2005 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
