1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Saxo | FX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |