1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 6 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 35 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Saxo | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
