1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 95 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 (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saxo | Gol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
