2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
