2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Saxo | Alto |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |