1987 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1389 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
