1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Ford F-150

To start off, both 1999 Citroen Saxo and 1999 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1270 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.

Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Citroen Saxo 1999 Ford F-150
Make Citroen Ford
Model Saxo F-150
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3050 mm


 

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