2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 990 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
