1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 501 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Saxo | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2990 mm |