2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
