2007 BMW X3 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X3 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
