1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 846 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 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saxo | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
