1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 6 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Saxo | 45 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |