1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2011 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Saxo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |