2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Citroen Saxo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Saxo | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Saxo | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |