1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 463 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
