1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 406 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
