1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 316 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 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
