2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 2000 Lexus LX
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Saxo and 2000 Lexus LX were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1625 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 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 2000 Lexus LX 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. 2000 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 2000 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Saxo | LX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
