1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | AX | H3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 87 L |
