1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Saxo and 1998 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Saxo | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |