2000 Audi S3 vs. 2003 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2003 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S3 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
