1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 945 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Saxo | 2 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |