2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1312 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Saxo | Defender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
