1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 14 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 994 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 2001 Jeep Grand 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, 2001 Jeep Grand 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen AX 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Citroen Jeep
Model AX Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1987 2001
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 44 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 98.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 86.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2700 mm


 

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