1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 742 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Saxo | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3100 mm |