1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 595 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Saxo | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2642 mm |
