2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Mazda Atenza
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Saxo and 2001 Mazda Atenza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Atenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Atenza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Atenza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Atenza weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda Atenza (240 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Atenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo. 2001 Mazda Atenza has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda Atenza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Mazda Atenza | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Saxo | Atenza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |