2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (114 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Lada 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Xsara | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 161 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1320 kg | 1095 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 Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |