1987 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 973 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | AX | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
