2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Lada 110
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 110 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | 110 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
