1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 540 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 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
