1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 9 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 1243 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, 2005 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 2005 Kia Carens 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. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Saxo | Carens |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |