1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 1999 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Xsara | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |