1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 480 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
