1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 715 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 Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa 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 Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |