2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 2 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Saxo | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
