1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 15 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), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 640 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Saxo | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Saxo | ATS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2772 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |