1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Saxo and 1999 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Saxo | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |