2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Titan | Saxo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2285 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |