1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 696 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
