1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2000 mm |
