1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 583 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo. 2006 Honda Pilot 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. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
