2012 Volvo S80 vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 769 kg more 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | S80 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
