2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Saxo and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 755 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 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Saxo | Drifter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |