1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2000 Opel Frontera

To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 830 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 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Citroen Saxo 2000 Opel Frontera
Make Citroen Opel
Model Saxo Frontera
Year Released 1998 2000
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2470 mm


 

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