2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Citroen Saxo
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C1 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2000 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2000 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C1 | Saxo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |