1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aspire weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
