1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Saxo | 626 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |