1987 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1078 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | AX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
