1999 Ford Tracer vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1999 Ford Tracer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Tracer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer. 1998 Citroen Saxo has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Citroen Saxo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Tracer | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
