1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 678 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | AX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |
