2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 59 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 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
