2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda City weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | City |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
