2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1497 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saxo | Touran |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
