1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
