2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Saxo and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1165 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Saxo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Saxo | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |