2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2001 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Today |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
