2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Saxo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
