2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | Saxo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2390 mm |