1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 2007 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | AX | G5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
