2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lada 21 (80 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Lada 21.
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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Xsara | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
