2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Citroen Saxo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saxo | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
