1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1595 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
