1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous is newer by 3 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 1155 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.
Because 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 1999 Pontiac Rageous. 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Saxo | Rageous |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2970 mm |
