1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 140 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Saxo | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
