1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 735 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
