2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | Saxo | 9 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |