2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
