1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
