1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 207 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
