2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 635 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.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
