2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1089 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Saxo | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
