2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Saxo and 2004 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 335 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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo. 2004 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Saxo | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
