1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 618 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Saxo | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2604 mm |