1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 552 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
