1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1065 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 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Saxo | Retona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
