2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 2012 Peugeot 408 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 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
