1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 318 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |