1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 679 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Saxo | C4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
