2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 785 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 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Saxo | 528 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
