1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1995 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 100 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1995 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Saxo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
