1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 534 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Saxo | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |