1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1292 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
