1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 645 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 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Saxo | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |