2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 319 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo. 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Saxo 2010 Honda Ridgeline
Make Citroen Honda
Model Saxo Ridgeline
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 3470 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 16.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 83 L


 

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