1997 Citroen Saxo vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Citroen Saxo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,430 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Saxo. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Saxo | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
