1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1127 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 390 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 2001 Lotec Sirius is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotec Sirius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotec |
| Model | Saxo | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
