1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2001 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 825 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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Saxo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
