1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1931 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 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3490 mm |
