2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1330 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 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Saxo | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
