1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 454 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | AX | Xsara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |