1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 15 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, 1992 Ford Escort (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
