2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Armada | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
