2001 Citroen Saxo vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 10 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Saxo | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
