2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | Saxo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |