1998 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 1998 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 450 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 325 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 325. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 325 | Saxo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |