2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Nissan C 52
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan C 52. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan C 52 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan C 52 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan C 52 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan C 52 weights approximately 461 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 1999 Nissan C 52 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan C 52 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Nissan C 52 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | C 52 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1266 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
