1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 756 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Condor |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |