1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 13 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 795 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 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | AX | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
