2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 243 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
