1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1767 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Saxo | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |