1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 254 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 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Saxo | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |