1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 865 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 2003 Toyota Sienna 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. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Citroen Saxo | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |