1998 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Citroen Saxo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (170 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 329 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Acura Integra (174 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | Integra | Saxo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 117 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |