1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Saxo | 206 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |