1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed
To start off, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Pro-ceed is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Pro-ceed weights approximately 600 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, 2008 Kia Pro-ceed (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Pro-ceed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Kia Pro-ceed | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Saxo | Pro-ceed |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
