2005 Lada 110 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Lada 110. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Lada 110. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Lada | Citroen |
| Model | 110 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
