1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, both 1996 Citroen Saxo and 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Saxo | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |