2000 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 2000 BMW 520 and 2000 Citroen Saxo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 520 | 2000 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | Saxo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |