1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 12 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 360 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 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Saxo | Duster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2673 mm |