1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 305 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Saxo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
