2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 260 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 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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, 2006 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Saxo | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |