1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 9 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 645 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.
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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
