1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1998 Nissan Avenir
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Saxo and 1998 Nissan Avenir were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Avenir is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Avenir weights approximately 510 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. 1998 Nissan Avenir has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Avenir will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1998 Nissan Avenir | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Avenir |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
