2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Saxo and 2005 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Saxo | Elantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |