1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Citroen Saxo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Venture |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |