1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Axel | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2895 mm |
