1987 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 558 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | XM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
