2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS4 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
