1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 45 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Vitz |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |