1987 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 10 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 418 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | AX | 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |