2012 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1811 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 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Expedition | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2651 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |
