1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 955 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 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
