1987 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 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 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 838 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.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | AX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
