2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Holden Statesman

To start off, both 2005 Citroen Saxo and 2005 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 885 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.

Because 2005 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 2005 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Saxo 2005 Holden Statesman
Make Citroen Holden
Model Saxo Statesman
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 3790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 5200 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2950 mm