1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
