1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1996 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 1996 Citroen Saxo and 1996 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 615 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 1996 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1996 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Saxo | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2870 mm |
