1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 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 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 30 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 293 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Saxo | 307 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1228 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 |