1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Axel | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3080 mm |
